Tag: Annuities

Consumer Advocate Highlights Risk of Unclaimed Benefits in Life Insurance and Annuities

A consumer advocate warns state insurance regulators about the risk that life insurance policies, pensions, and annuity benefits may go unclaimed, posing challenges for providers and regulators.

Hildene Capital to Acquire SILAC Insurance Company for $550M

Hildene Capital Management to acquire SILAC Insurance in a $550 million deal, expanding fixed indexed annuity offerings and investment management integration.

U.S. Life Insurers Face Q3 Earnings Decline Amid Market Volatility

U.S. life insurers saw a 17% drop in operating earnings in Q3 2011 due to equity market declines and low interest rates, Moody's reports. Financial flexibility remains strong despite earnings challenges.

Hildene Capital Management to Acquire US Annuity Provider Silac for $550M

Hildene Capital Management is set to acquire US annuity provider Silac for $550 million, enhancing its portfolio in the growing fixed and fixed indexed annuities market. Closure expected mid-2026 pending regulatory approvals.

U.S. Annuity Sales Hit Record $121B in Q3 2025, Fueling Growth Opportunity

LIMRA reports record U.S. annuity sales of $121 billion in Q3 2025. Rising interest among Generation X investors signals growth opportunities for annuity providers and financial advisers.

Vanguard to Launch 401(k) Target Date Fund with Fixed Annuity Feature in 2026

Vanguard partners with TIAA to introduce a 401(k) target date fund featuring fixed annuity conversion, addressing the rising demand for guaranteed retirement income in the U.S. market.

Jefferies Acquires 50% Stake in Hildene Capital; Hildene Expands with SILAC Annuities Buy

Jefferies Financial Group acquires 50% of credit manager Hildene Capital Management and supports its expansion into annuities with Hildene's $550M purchase of SILAC Insurance. The deal highlights strategic moves in asset and insurance investment space.

Guardian Expands Registered Index-Linked Annuity with New Crediting Strategies

Guardian Life Insurance expands MarketPerform RILA product with new Crediting Strategies offering enhanced growth and retirement customization options.

A.M. Best Affirms Knighthead Life's A- Rating Amid Strong MYGA Debut

A.M. Best affirms Knighthead Life's A- Financial Strength Rating reflecting strong capital and robust MYGA debut, underscoring stability and growth in retirement insurance.

Jefferies Acquires 50% Stake in Hildene Capital Management Amidst SILAC Insurance Deal

Jefferies Financial Group acquires a 50% stake in Hildene Capital Management for $340 million as Hildene completes $550M acquisition of SILAC Insurance Company, expanding presence in credit and annuity markets.